The Demi-Gods · Characters
Character guide
Key figures in The Demi-Gods by James Stephens.
Patsy Mac Cann
major
Also known as Patsy, Mac Cann
A central character, likely the protagonist of Book I, involved in the story's events.
Mary Mac Cann
major
Also known as Mary, Mac Cann, Mary Ni Cahan, Mary a grah
A key female character, possibly Patsy's wife or relative, central to Book IV.
Eileen Ni Cooley
major
Also known as Eileen
A major character in Book II, likely a young woman with a significant role.
Caeltia Mac Dea
supporting
Also known as Caeltia, Mac Dea, Said Caeltia
A supernatural or mythological figure, possibly a god or seraph, appearing throughout.
Art
supporting
A named character, possibly a warrior or family member, with recurring mentions.
Finaun Mac Dea
supporting
Also known as Finaun, XVI Said Finaun
A supernatural being, likely related to Caeltia, involved in the narrative.
Brien O'Brien
major
Also known as Brien, O'Brien
A central character in Book III, possibly a historical or legendary figure.
Billy the Music
supporting
Also known as Billy, XXIV Billy the Music
A musician character with a notable presence, possibly a comic or supporting role.
Cuchulain
supporting
Also known as The young seraph Cuchulain, the seraph Cuchulain, young Cuchulain, The seraph Cuchulain
A legendary Irish hero appearing as a seraph or mythological figure in the story.
Rhadamanthus
minor
A mythological judge or figure from Greek myth, appearing as a character.
Padraig Mac Cann
minor
Also known as Padraig, Mac Cann
A member of the Mac Cann family, possibly a relative of Patsy.
Begor
minor
A minor character, possibly a servant or local figure, with limited appearances.
Sheila
minor
Also known as Little Sheila
A minor female character, possibly a child or young woman.
Father
minor
A priest or paternal figure, appearing briefly in the narrative.
Regent
minor
A ruler or authority figure, possibly in a mythological context.